Model-Based Systems Engineer

Navigator Development Group Inc.; Ozark (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Navigator Development Group Inc. seeks an experienced Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) to support DoD programs at Fort Rucker, Alabama. The role focuses on modeling, analysis, and integration to deliver mission-focused solutions.

The candidate will develop MBSE models with SysML, translate customer needs into system-level requirements, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams throughout the system lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field.
• 3+ years of MBSE or systems engineering experience.
• Hands-on with MBSE methodologies and SysML.
• Experience with modeling tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, Rhapsody, or Enterprise Architect.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain MBSE models using SysML.
• Create architectures, interfaces, and system requirements.
• Translate customer needs into system-level requirements.
• Support decomposition, traceability, verification, and validation.
• Assist across the system lifecycle with SE activities.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, test, and PM teams.
• Assist technical reviews: requirements and design reviews.
• Maintain model configuration management and docs.
• Analyze architectures and interfaces for risks/opportunities.
• Present technical info to customers and leadership.

Skills

MBSE

SysML

Requirements Mgmt

Systems Architecture

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Cameo

MagicDraw

Rhapsody

Enterprise Architect

Job description

Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE)

Location: Fort Rucker, AL

Employment Type: Full-Time

Clearance: Secret Clearance Required or Ability to Obtain

Position is contingent upon contract award

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) to support Department of Defense programs at Fort Rucker, Alabama. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in systems modeling, analysis, and integration, contributing to cutting‑edge defense technologies.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to complex defense programs where systems engineering, digital modeling, and mission‑focused solutions are critical to success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) models using SysML and industry‑standard modeling tools.
• Develop system architectures, functional and behavioral models, interfaces, and requirements.
• Translate customer needs into system‑level requirements and engineering solutions.
• Support requirements decomposition, allocation, traceability, verification, and validation.
• Support systems engineering activities throughout the system lifecycle.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, test, program management, and other engineering disciplines.
• Support technical reviews, including requirements reviews and design reviews.
• Maintain model consistency, configuration management, and engineering documentation.
• Analyze system architectures and interfaces to identify technical risks and opportunities.
• Present technical information and systems engineering products to customers and program leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field.
• 3+ years of systems engineering or MBSE experience, depending on education and experience level.
• Hands‑on experience with MBSE methodologies and SysML.
• Experience with MBSE modeling tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler/MagicDraw, Rhapsody, or Enterprise Architect.
• Experience with requirements development, management, and traceability.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD programs.
• Experience with DOORS or other requirements management tools.
• Familiarity with the Systems Engineering V-Model and system development lifecycle.
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and systems engineering standards.
• Experience with architecture frameworks such as DoDAF or UAF.
• INCOSE certification or other systems engineering certification.
• Master's degree in Systems Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience supporting technical reviews, verification and validation, or test planning.

Navigator is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.